12 men charged in prostitution sting in Howard County

Twelve men have been charged with soliciting sex from undercover female officers in exchange for money along the U.S. 1 corridor in Laurel, Howard County police said Tuesday.

Thursday's arrests marked the third county police sting operation this year. Police have continued to target the area after receiving tips from residents. Officers previously arrested a total of 17 men. Last year, police made 76 arrests.

The following suspects were charged with solicitation of prostitution Thursday: